Key Account Manager - Foodservice

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food industry is seeking a Key Account Manager in London to drive sales and manage key foodservice accounts. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in account management and a passion for food. You will work collaboratively across teams to ensure client success and leverage your culinary knowledge to showcase the potential of innovative plant-based products. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and unique perks.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Free team meal every Monday

Coffee budget

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in key account management within the foodservice industry.
• Hands-on cooking experience in a sales setting.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of key foodservice accounts.
• Develop smart sales strategies to win new business.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, operations, and product teams.

Skills

Relationship Building

Sales Expertise

Communication

Organizational Skills

Job description

Job Title: Key Account Manager - Foodservice, UK

Job Location: London-based role – you’ll need to be within commuting distance of our Liverpool Street office and key customer sites across the city.

Working Hours: Full-time | 40 hours/week

Reports to: National Key Account Manager

Join the Food Revolution!

At Redefine Meat, we love meat. Really, really love meat.

We believe that the world deserves New-Meat, plant-based meat, that’s not only good for the environment but is also kind to animals. Having studied animal meat’s unique components, and perfected cutting-edge technologies, Redefine Meat provides a wide range of high-quality products that are just as delicious as the meat you already know and love. New-Meat delivers an uncompromised and extraordinary culinary experience with its taste, texture, and aroma.

We also know that we will reach the unreachable with a great team of passionate, courageous, and curious people.

We’re as passionate about people as we are about food!

You're mission:

If you’re a relationship builder, a food lover, and a sales expert eager to make an impact – this is your stage.

In this role, you’ll:

• Take ownership of key foodservice accounts – from major chains to top-tier independents
• Develop smart sales strategies to win new business and grow existing partnerships
• Bring your culinary know-how to the table, helping clients see the delicious potential of New-Meat
• Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, operations, and product teams to ensure client success
• Spot trends, hunt for opportunities, and help Redefine Meat stay ahead in the UK market

What you bring to the table:

• 7+ years of experience in key account management within the foodservice industry.
• Hands-on cooking experience in a sales setting – you don’t have to be a Michelin-starred chef, but you know your way around the kitchen
• A deep understanding of London’s food scene and the broader UK market
• Proven track record of driving sales and hitting key account targets
• Experience working with major food wholesalers such as Brake’s, Bidfood, KFF, and Elite Fine Foods
• Strong relationship-building skills with a consultative, solution-oriented approach
• Ability to leverage data and insights to develop impactful presentations and sales strategies
• Data-driven mindset and strong presentation skills
• Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written
• Strong organizational and time management skills with a results-driven mindset
• Collaborative mindset across teams to deliver on client needs
• Willingness to travel regularly within the region as required

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary – let’s talk about your expectations
• Free team meal every Monday
• Coffee budget – because good ideas start with good coffee